2002 Mazda B2500 vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 765 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Suzuki Equator. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mazda B2500 (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator. 2010 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda B2500 | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | B2500 | Equator |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3200 mm |
